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4 P.M.: Get Growing Series! Panel. Demystifying the Entry to Market. This panel features buyers and retailers who can share their experience to provide specific information to curious producers. Learn how to approach store managers, category buyers, and other non-traditional retail buyers to sell your product. The panel will address questions such as, “What should you be prepared to provide for inventory? How do stores determine their next best steps? What are the expected commitments as a food producer selling to retailers?” Come with questions, leave with connections! Featuring Portland Food Co-op, The Maine Course Sodexo and Uncle Dean's Natural Market. (Location: Cumberland Room)

5-7 P.M.: 2019 Winter Meet & Greet and Producer Showcase. Join vendors on the show floor and tour the Maker's Market. A formal reception space available starting at 6 P.M. in the Aroostook/Androscoggin Rooms. Cash Bar available. Those interested in bringing samples are encouraged to reach out. Space is also available for vendors interested in displaying on the main show floor, please email: Anne.Trenholm@maine.gov by Dec. 28th.

Come ready to mingle, sample and make connections! The event is FREE to attend; RSVP's are appreciated. Help us make this truly a Maine food products meet & greet!

THANK YOU SERIES SPONSOR: GET REAL. GET Maine! - A program of the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry.

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